Brentford vs Sunderland: match statistics
Brentford presents significantly better home form with a 60% win rate and an impressive +10 goal difference at their own stadium. The hosts average 2 goals per match at home, failing to score in only 20% of games, making their offense highly effective. Sunderland struggles in away matches, winning only 20% of fixtures and recording a negative goal difference of -6, failing to score in as many as 60% of their games. Sunderland's recent form consists of a streak of four draws, suggesting a defensive mindset; however, xG statistics show the visitors are much weaker at creating chances on the road (1.06 xG) than Brentford at home (1.31 xG). Taking all parameters into account, Brentford should capitalize on home advantage and secure the three points, although Sunderland's solid defense may make this a hard-fought victory.
Brentford vs Sunderland: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Brentford played against Sunderland in Premier League (England). The game was played on January 7, 2026. Final score: 3:0.
Recent form
Brentford has 3 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.20 points per game. Sunderland has 1 win, 4 draws and 0 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Brentford scores 1.60 goals per game and allows 1.40. Sunderland scores 1.05 and allows 0.95. Games in this league average 2.79 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 60% of Brentford's games and 45% of Sunderland's. The Over 2.5 rates are 55% and 30%, compared with league averages of 55% for BTTS and 55% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Brentford has the higher season xG average, 1.23 to 1.13 per game. Brentford takes 9.9 shots per game, while Sunderland takes 9.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Brentford leads at halftime in 40% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Sunderland leads at halftime in 20% and scores 0.75 after halftime.
When the teams score
Brentford's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (13 goals). For Sunderland, it is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Premier League games average 2.79 goals. Both teams score in 55% of games, and 55% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Brentford presents significantly better home form with a 60% win rate and an impressive +10 goal difference at their own stadium. The hosts average 2 goals per match at home, failing to score in only 20% of games, making their offense highly effective. Sunderland struggles in away matches, winning only 20% of fixtures and recording a negative goal difference of -6, failing to score in as many as 60% of their games. Sunderland's recent form consists of a streak of four draws, suggesting a defensive mindset; however, xG statistics show the visitors are much weaker at creating chances on the road (1.06 xG) than Brentford at home (1.31 xG). Taking all parameters into account, Brentford should capitalize on home advantage and secure the three points, although Sunderland's solid defense may make this a hard-fought victory.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Brentford | Sunderland | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 42% | 32% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.39 | 0.34 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Brentford is 57% better for: last-5 form.
2.2 pts / game - Brentford · 1.4 pts / game - Sunderland
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Brentford is 52% better for: goals scored per game.
1.6 goals / game - Brentford · 1.05 goals / game - Sunderland
Sunderland is 47% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.4 goals / game - Brentford · 0.95 goals / game - Sunderland
Brentford scores in 75% of games (15 of 20 meczów), while Sunderland keeps a clean sheet in 35% (7 of 20 meczów).
Sunderland scores in 65% of games (13 of 20 meczów), while Brentford keeps a clean sheet in 20% (4 of 20 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Brentford
Over / Under - Sunderland
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Brentford is 26% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.45 pts / game - Brentford · 1.15 pts / game - Sunderland
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Brentford - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 40% of games and wins 45%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Sunderland - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 35%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.80 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 80% | 60% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (13 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): +4 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
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* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Premier League).
Teams vs league
| Brentford | Liga | Sunderland | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.00 | 2.79 | ▼ 2.00 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 60% | 55% | ▼ 45% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 55% | 55% | ▼ 30% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 20% | 26% | ▲ 35% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 75% | 72% | ▼ 50% |
| Goal after half-time | • 80% | 80% | ▼ 75% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Brentford's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Sunderland. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Brentford vs Sunderland?
The Premier League match finished Brentford 3:0 Sunderland. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Brentford vs Sunderland?
Brentford score 1.60 goals per game on average and Sunderland 1.05. The Premier League average is 2.79 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 55% of games. Both teams score in 60% of Brentford's matches and 45% of Sunderland's.
What form are Brentford and Sunderland in?
Over the last 5 games Brentford have a 3-2-0 record (2.20 points per game) and Sunderland 1-4-0 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Brentford vs Sunderland?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.